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P858 EAS

1996 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

17,805 mi
Last recorded17,805 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2020
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS50026,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP858 EAS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2020 17,805 miles

front tyre has slight cracking

Pass 9 Jun 2018 17,742 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 17,605 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 17,558 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play shock absorber lower bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 May 2015 17,040 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 16,886 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 16,886 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 May 2013 16,471 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 26 May 2012 16,363 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 160,342 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 24 May 2010 15,938 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 May 2010 15,938 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 May 2009 15,768 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 15,768 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?

Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
1,009
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,184
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 915
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 875
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 515
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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P858 EAS is a 1996 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 26,155 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P858 EAS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P858 EAS registered?

P858 EAS is a 1996 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 14 August 1996.

Is P858 EAS safe to buy?

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